Archive | August, 2011

Silent Film Director free during weekend and FX Photo Studio up for grabs for 99 cents!

28 Aug

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Silent Film Director was recently featured by Apple as one ot Top Retro Apps for iPhone. To celebrate this, Silent Film Director is Free for a very limited time. Back to regular price on Sunday evening.

With Silent Film Director you can create very realistic retro films: add special effects, customize video speed, add soundracks, title cards, transitions and more. You can check some of the most awesome films here (or right from inside the application).

Download Silent Film Director free now.

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FX Photo Studio keeps inspiring photographers to create unbelievable images (check below) and we are doing our best to keep it as affordable as possible – only $0,99 during upcoming weekend for 194 photo effects and filters, masking and color splash tools, lots of sharing options and other great features.

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Download FX Photo Studio for 99 cents now.

Conan: Tower of the Elephant and Rogue Sky Now Live on the App Store

21 Aug

Just in time for the theatrical release of Conan the Barbarian, in theaters tomorrow, Chillingo and Paradox have released Conan: Tower of the Elephant and Rogue Sky on the App Store. Join Conan on an epic quest to the heart of the Tower of the Elephant. Rogue Sky offers a sky-high thrill ride in a magical hot air balloon. More information on the games can be found below.

Conan: Tower of the Elephant

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Coinciding with the release of the summer blockbuster film from Lionsgate, ‘Conan the Barbarian,’ Conan: Tower of the Elephant sets players in the boots of the Cimmerian berserker as he crushes enemies, saves maidens and quests to unlock the deadly secret of the Tower of the Elephant. Based on the original short story by Conan creator Robert E. Howard, Tower of the Elephant perfectly captures the myth and mayhem of the greatest warrior to grace the page and screen. (Learn more about Conan below).
Developer: Paradox Entertainment/Moyo Studios
Price: £1.49
iPhone/iPod touch/iPad: http://itunes.apple.com/app/conan-tower-of-the-elephant/id439648759?mt=8

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Take flight in a grinning hot air balloon in this arcade-paced flying game. Use precision touch controls to soar ever upward, collect valuable power-stars, and engage enemy balloons in aerial combat. Unlock bonuses as you complete this epic adventure through treacherous skies. Rogue Sky comes to life thanks to sumptuous artwork and a deliciously Gothic soundtrack that will echo in your ears long after you put the game down.
Developer: PebbleBug Studios
Price: 69p, £1.49 (HD)
iPhone/iPod touch:
http://itunes.apple.com/app/rogue-sky/id434614674?mt=8
iPad: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rogue-sky-hd/id434616501?mt=8

For more information on these two games, please visit www.chillingo.com.

FX Photo Studio for iPhone $0,99 – just few hours!

21 Aug

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The developers have been working on new features for FX Photo Studio last 28 hours and didn’t get much sleep. Inspired by our Instagram challenge, they have  decided to release the new version next week and should keep the promise. Now they are done with development and plan to start beta testing shortly.

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For the nearest 3-4 hours FX Photo Studio for iPhone (awesome and new version 4.0) is on sale for $0,99.

Updates for both Mac and iOS bring a number of new editing and sharing tools and I want to thank all the hundreds of Instagram users who keep tagging their pictures with #insta_fx_challenge

If you are on Instagram, check the pictures with a tag #insta_fx_challenge.
Really excited that new FX Photo Studio 4.0 has brought a completely new level of photo editing to iOS

So what’s in FX Photo Studio for iPhone? – kind of a reminder

FX Photo Studio for iPhone is a great app. You make exceptional pictures in minutes.
You don’t need to spend hours, learning how to use the features – it is all simple as ABC, but brings outstanding results.

iPhone photo lovers get:

• 194 photo effects and filters: lomography, art, vintage, tilt-shift, color splash, blurs, noir, comix, toy, cross pro and more
• You can mix, match and tune each effect
• With masking tool you can apply each effect to a particular part of image
• Color splash tool with variety of colors and tones
• Editing toolbox
• Variety of image import options: Facebook, iTunes, Camera roll, etc
• Variety of sharing options: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, etc
• Support of high resolution and more great features

 

Download FX Photo Studio for 99 cents today! Hurry!

G5 Entertainment Releases Highly Anticipated Virtual City HD for iPad, an update with Sandbox Mode for Virtual City iPhone coming soon

20 Aug

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Virtual City Playground takes the renowned gameplay of Virtual City (strategy, economic simulation, building) to a new level with the addition of new quests, awards, locations as well as brand new social elements, including Game Center Integration, Facebook challenges and an in-game currency. The game will use In-App Purchase to let players buy in-game currency (city credits and invest points). They can use this currency to unlock additional content and purchase more energy, which is necessary to build the city. It is possible to complete the game without any in-game purchases.

 

 

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One year ago, Virtual City was released on iPhone and iPad. Since then, it has experienced tremendous success – The game is G5′s biggest title to date, with three-quarters of million dollars in sales and millions of downloads across multiple platforms. Virtual City is #1 Top Grossing Game in 17 countries including major EU markets, has been in Top 10 Grossing Games in 51 countries, has been in top 5 Grossing Strategy Games in all markets.

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October 14, 2010 – G5 Entertainment, known for its best-selling franchises including Supermarket Mania and Stand O’Food, today announced the immediate availability of Virtual City HD for iPad and the upcoming availability of highly anticipated Sandbox Mode update for Virtual City on iPhone.

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Up to now, city simulation games on iOS devices haven’t been that amazing. Up to now that is. G5 Entertainment’s Virtual City – created from the ground-up as a fantastic looking, smartly designed, engaging simulator that from its release became the favorite choice of City-Sim players everywhere. With loads of scenarios to work through, trophies to be won, Virtual City offers hours and hours of fantastic casual gameplay. The game is simply addictive. In the first 10 days the game was downloaded over 50,000 times and has topped the charts globally ever since then.

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With the new update, Virtual City brings a whole new level of fun to the game. The highly anticipated Sandbox Mode enables gamers to build to their heart’s content and do whatever they want on five large maps. The update also includes Game Center support, improved Retina Display support, in addition to some bug fixes. The Virtual City HD for iPad comes complete with the Sandbox Mode, right from the start.

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Virtual City combines a robust city-building simulation with intuitive, easy to understand controls. In Virtual City, players build and develop the city of their dreams, whether suburban utopia or bustling metropolis. Players begin by choosing from dozens of residential homes and industrial buildings, and the possibilities from there are limitless. As their cities grow, players can produce and transport goods, create mass-transit systems, and entertain their city’s residents with parks, cinemas, stadiums and events. In order to keep the city safe and its citizens happy and healthy, basic services like health care, public safety, waste collection and recycling must be planned and administered.

“We’re proud to bring players the best city building experience on the iOS platforms. Virtual City offers a unique experience for all types of gamers,” said Vlad Suglobov, CEO and Co-Founder of G5 Entertainment. “And now with the Sandbox Mode gamers have even more control over their dream creation and can use their creativity to build their empire to their heart’s content.”

The Virtual City for iPhone update is  available for download at $4.99.

Virtual City Free for iPhone can be downloaded here.

Virtual City HD for iPad is available for $6,99.

Virtual City HD free can be downloaded here.

iBlast Moki 2 out now with sale price of 99 cents (iPhone version) and $2.99 (iPad version)

19 Aug

The critically acclaimed iBlast Moki with several awards and a metacritic of 94 (4th best iOS game ever source metacritic.com) is back. In this new adventure, you will discover a colorful world of paint and bombs, through more than 90 unique levels.

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Everything was improved including:

- The graphics: We created 4 colourful worlds with a gorgeous vegetation taking advantage of antialiasing (on iPad 2) and OpenGL 2 ES. The game is also running at a solid 60 FPS compared to 30 FPS for the first one.

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- The gameplay: On top of the regular bomb, 3 new paint bombs changing the physical properties of the ground are the core of the gameplay. As you discover the new worlds, new elements are introduced such as cactus, explosives, balloons, vehicles and much more.

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- The editor: We built the entire game with the in-game editor, adding tons of new features to be able to create really advanced contraptions and iterate really quickly on the level design. The editor is a veritable physics sandbox where you can experiment with water, different physical materials, joints, bumpers and tons of other features. Only your imagination is really the limit to what you can build with it.

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- The social aspect: On top of sharing your levels with the rest of the world. It is now possible to share your solutions with your friends and see the solutions of the best players.

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- The 5 new musics: The music in the first iBlast Moki was a big component of its success and was even nominated for the best music at the IGF 2009. Ninomojo, our musician, created 5 new beautiful musics which will immerse you in the Moki’s world.

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iBlast Moki 2 will hit the Appstore on  August, 18th. To celebrate this release, Godzilla Labs are offering for free the first iBlast Moki and dropped the price of iBlast Moki HD from 4.99$ to 99c.

Download iBlast Moki 1 free!

Download iBlast Moki HD universal for iphone and iPad for 99 cents

Download iBlast Moki 2 for 99 cents.

Download iBlast Moki 2 HD for $2.99.

Bug Wings Promo Code Contest

15 Aug

 

I have some codes for Bug Wings. Here is your chance to win 1 code.

Watch the video and download the lite version of the game from iTunes. Write on how the game can be improved after playing the lite version and post your iTunes review here. No cheaters allowed. I will be checking iTunes for your review. The best review for suggestions to improve the game wins the code.

Before you participate in the contest, please read the rules and regulations that you can’t trade the promo code away. The contest is for people who really wants to use the application and my site does not welcome promo code traders.

Win FX Photo Studio for Mac Contest

13 Aug

If you are familiar with FX Photo Studio for iPhone, FX Photo Studio for Mac  is a must-have software for Mac that lets you edit your images with any of the 172 effects to create the perfect image. The application lets you print instantly or share your photos with your friends via E-Mail, Facebook, Twitter, Tumbler or Flickr.

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You can import photos directly from iPhoto and Aperture Albums. FX Photo Studio for Mac can be downloaded from iTunes for $9.99.

How to participate in this contest:

To win one of the codes for FX Photo Studio for Mac, download FX Photo Studio for iPhone and create a photo with your most liked effects from FX Photo Studio and post the photo here. You need to show me proof from your iTunes receipt from iTunes Purchase History or screenshot from your iTunes purchase from your email to be eligible for this contest.

Before you participate in the contest, please read the rules and regulations that you can’t trade the promo code away. The contest is for people who really wants to use the application and my site does not welcome promo code traders.

“Cover Orange” (iOS) rakes in over 5 million downloads More than 45.000 5-star ratings

11 Aug

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August 09, 2011: FDG Entertainment is happy to announce that its unique and popular physics puzzler “Cover Orange” raked in more than 5 million downloads on iOS devices. Since its launch in December 2010, the game received 53.806 ratings with an average of 5 stars. This result comes from a total of 46.710 5-star ratings. The game is a co-production between FDG and the original Flash developer “Johnny-K”. Cover Orange supports Retina Screen graphics
and Game Center (Leaderboard + Achievements).

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Product Links and Prices:
Cover Orange: $0.99
http://itunes.apple.com/app/cover-orange/id405229260?mt=8
Cover Orange HD: $1.99
http://itunes.apple.com/app/cover-orange-hd/id397731774?mt=8

Further details:

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A dangerous cloud carrying deadly poison rain is on the move, and it’s up to YOU to save the exposed orange population. Drag the various objects at your disposal and strategically drop them into each new level to prevent the acid rain from touching the precious fruit.

All oranges must survive, so they’ll reward you with lovable shouts and cheers if you complete the task. Cover Orange is an exciting puzzle game suitable for all ages, combining realistic game physics, tricky levels, vibrant colors and funny animations.

Get out there and save the vitamin C!

VIDEO: Cover Orange HD Gameplay (YouTube):

About FDG Entertainment:
FDG Entertainment is a leading developer and publisher of highly creative download games for major platforms including the iPhone and casual game consoles and rated as #34 TOP Developer / Publisher for iPhone at Pocketgamer.biz. The company has been founded back in
2001 and is located in Munich, Germany. FDG Entertainment produced more than 40 critically acclaimed games. Furthermore, the company released two iOS million seller apps with Parachute Panic and Cover Orange and generated a total of over 20 million downloads on iOS.

About Johnny-K:
Founded back in 2008 by Eugeniy Kuzmin in Russia, the development team quickly became very popular with several Flash hit-game releases like “Roly-Poly Cannon”, “Ragdoll Cannon”, “Roly-Poly Eliminator” and the “Cover Orange” series. These games have already been played more than 250 million times. Future plans of the company include releases for other platforms
like game consoles and iPhone/iPod touch/iPad.

Julius Styles: The International, The Wesley Snipes’ iOS Action-Adventure Game, Breaks Free Today!

11 Aug

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ARCTIC CIRCLE, FINLAND – August 11, 2011 – Lapland Studios, in association with Elstree Studio Productions, Red 27 Films and Maandi Media Holdings, announced today that the highly anticipated Wesley Snipes game, Julius Styles: The International is now available as a universal app for both iPhone and iPad at £1.99 in the App Store.

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Julius Styles: The International is a thrilling, action packed game that places players in the unglamorous world of economic espionage. Working for the ‘Assembly’, an elite circle of businessmen bent on channeling global funds into their pockets, players take control of Julius Styles, a young man who recently graduated from MIT and has lost his way. Julius joins on with the Assembly as an economic hitman, an expert in persuasion, blackmail, and assassination. His quick thinking, unorthodox methods, and unmatched computer skills allows infiltration into governments, businesses, and other shadowy organizations.

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”Evolving from the military special ops, security specialist backgrounds of characters I’ve played in the past, this guy was trained by the streets of today, to be the international player and dot com super spy of the future.” said Wesley Snipes, “Fall back, Nino and excuse me, Mr. Bond! I’d like you to meet Mr. Styles, Julius Styles: The International. ”

“The time and dedication our team has put into the game has produced what we feel to be a step forward for iOS gaming,” said Ilkka Immonen, CEO of Lapland Studios. “The game delivers an unprecedented experience in the world of mobile gaming. Download Episode 1 today and embark on a breathtaking journey into the seedy underbelly of international espionage!”

Presented in an isometric 3D style, Julius Styles: The International is an incredible adventure in which Julius gathers information, collects and combines items to create weapons and tools, and solves intricate puzzles. Players will need to do whatever it takes to finish the job before someone else finishes Julius.

“This marriage, my vision of a hardcore action movie combined with Lapland’s implementation of a kickass video game, is going to hook you up and leave you thirsty for more,” said Wesley Snipes. “Episode 1 is just the beginning. I’ve been waiting ten years for a creative opportunity like this!”

The first episode of Julius Styles: The International is now available for £1.99 / $2.99  in the App Store as a universal app for both iPhone and iPad.

For more information, please visit www.laplandstudio.com.

Free ‘Rainbow Pack’ included with Version 1.2 of Bug Wings released for Apple handheld devices

11 Aug

 

MILTON KEYNES – 11th August 2011 – DR Studios, an independent developer specializing in simulation entertainment experiences, are happy to announce that they have included six brand new levels free of charge in version 1.2 of their internally developed tilt-controlled arcade adventure Bug Wings on the Apple App Store for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.

As a reward and ‘thank-you’ for fans of the game, the Rainbow Pack features six new levels across the colourful Rainbow Pond. Version 1.2 of Bug Wings also contains other new additions including:

· New and improved virtual joy pad controls

· Improved tutorials for new players

· Increased number of bug sound effects

Bug Wings is priced at £1.49/$1.99 for iPhone and iPod Touch and iPad.

For updates on Bug Wings head to the official website at www.bugwings.net or follow the game on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BugWings

About Bug Wings

Taking control of one of four colourful bugs, you must glide and guide your tiny winged steed across the skies above the Great Pond locating the missing pollen, trying to land safely on the flowers and lily pads with your precious cargo intact and not end up in the water! Accumulate the big points by collecting as much pollen as possible while aiming at the stars which multiply your landing tally for those ultimate high scores.

Game Features:

· 24 exciting levels across 4 unique Ponds, with more coming soon

· Simple, intuitive touch & tilt game controls

· Solo or Party modes with up to 4 players

· Rich, colourful game world and lovable characters

· Hundreds of points, stars and power-ups to collect

· Addictively fun game play and scoring

· Risky flying rewarded with high scores

Download the paid universal version of Bug Wings for $1.99

Download the lite version of Bug Wings free.

About DR Studios

Since its inception, DR Studios has focused on one genre of game and in doing so, has built an enviable reputation for making critically acclaimed games and with its imminent game launches, DR Studios continues to prove itself as a world class developer of simulation entertainment experiences.

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